In this rapid technological change, there are many forms of IT gadgets. With so many IT gadgets created, it can be difficult to review all the modules in this study. Therefore, the following literature review mainly focuses on the effects that smartphones, tablets and notebooks bring to the lifestyle of university students. The terms of student lifestyle can be divided into three parts, which are education, health and social life. Previous research has identified the effects of excessive use of IT gadgets on college students. IT gadgets have undoubtedly brought some benefits but also effects on the psychological and physical well-being of students. However, in terms of health, less research from previous media shows that gadgets bring benefits. Previous research has discussed vision problems, back problems and sleep problems affected by gadget abuse. Gadgets are the mantra of the new age. The use of gadgets is increasing because more and more people use them for the purpose of making life easier, while some use it for the purpose of having fun as well as having fun. (Verma, n.d.) According to a well-known ophthalmologist of Kohinoor hospital, Dr. Kalpesh Shah says that the gadgets harm the eyes due to ultraviolet rays coming from them. Continuous use of gadgets would cause a variety of vision disorders. Furthermore, it also identifies that the problems are not only caused by the continuous use of gadgets, but also by improper viewing angles and habits. Dr Kalpesh Shah says the invention of notebook has changed the working environment nowadays. Most employees would work in front of the notebook for a longer period of time. And it would definitely cause dry eyes. Also mentions the effects of the youth generation...... middle of the document ......ber 2013]The Star., 2013. Back pain for technology-addicted youth. [online] (Last updated 5.40pm on 14 November 2013). Available at: [Accessed November 16, 2013]Taylor, KH., 2011. Beware of excessive gadget use in the next text. [online] (Last updated 5.40pm on 10 July 2012). Available at: [Accessed November 16, 2013]Berolo, S., Wells, R.P., Amick III,B., 2011. Musculoskeletal symptoms among portable device users and their relationship to device use: a preliminary study in a Canadian university population.[e-journal] Abstract only. Available through: US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health [Accessed 1 November 2013].